Senior Juniper Network Engineer

Job#: 3027983

Job Description:
Apex Systems is seeking a Senior Juniper Network Engineer.

Location: Lorton, Virginia (Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Juniper Network Engineer for an IT applications and infrastructure services program. This position provides expert-level network engineering support to manage and maintain the equipment, networks, and web applications that support field communications systems. The role requires working independently in a dynamic environment, focusing on meeting customer needs effectively. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong communication skills to interface with customers and translate requirements into actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Work within the configuration management process to ensure consistent and secure modifications to equipment.
• Provide network engineering operations and maintenance (O&M) support for a mission-critical government system as the Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Manage Juniper SRX-series security devices, ensuring configurations are consistent with industry best practices and FISMA standards.
• Implement and manage Juniper EX-series switches using 1Gbps & 10Gbps backplanes, including high availability (HA) configurations.
• Administer Cisco Firepower ASA firewalls using AnyConnect for client VPN access, ensuring secure configuration and connectivity.
• Design and maintain an out-of-band (OOB) management network using serial consoles and other technologies.
• Collaborate with personnel, contractors, and vendors in the design and specification of Private IP (PIP) and Internet circuits.
• Ensure high availability of Network Time Protocol (NTP) across all networks.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and diagrams for field communications systems, equipment, and networks.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience, or a Master's degree with 10+ years of experience. A high school diploma with an additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Extensive experience is required in providing O&M support to complex, mission-critical systems, as well as designing, implementing, and configuring network infrastructure.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues is necessary.
• Expertise as a Subject Matter Expert on Juniper network infrastructure.
• Extensive experience with Juniper SRX-series branch routers, Juniper EX-series switches, Cisco Firepower ASA firewalls, AnyConnect VPN clients, TrippLite serial consoles, Ethernet & TDMA delivered Private IP & Internet circuits, Private APN cellular networks, and Network Time Protocol (NTP).
• Familiarity with information security (IS) best practices, FISMA, and configuration management processes is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Security Engineering experience.
• Participation in the Authority to Operate (ATO) process.
• Experience in Business Analysis or requirements development.
• Technical writing and documentation experience.
• Previous government contracting experience.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Public Trust clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.